The two unbeaten powerhouses, the Suzuki Griquas and Airlink Pumas are neck and neck after four rounds of the SA Cup competition.

Both teams are unbeaten thus far on 20 points, with the Griquas well ahead on points difference. Hot on their heels, the Griffons sit third with 16 points, which is keeping the race for Carling Currie Cup qualification wide open.

This weekend, Griquas are set to lock horns with the Sanlam Boland Kavaliers in a high-stakes showdown – Boland fighting for survival, and Griquas looking to extend their dominance and pull further ahead.

Rugby fans and supporters of the respective teams can expect fireworks at Suzuki Park this Saturday afternoon when the match kicks off at 2pm. You can be sure that top-tier rugby will be on display in what promises to be an unmissable clash!

Speaking at a recent media press conference, Griquas head coach Pieter Bergh highlighted the significance of the upcoming game. Bergh indicated that both teams are under their own unique type of pressure, and made it clear that Saturday’s clash holds weight.

“Boland is in a situation where they need to win, so it’s a big game for them. On the other hand, if we lose, we will be under pressure with the remaining games we have,” Bergh said.

“It’s a big game for both sides. It’s going to be a good one. We have several players who come from the Boland area, including myself, and we've had some fierce matches in the past. Last year, they were one of our toughest opponents away from home, and we know how difficult they can be to play against.

“They’ve had two strong wins at home, but away from home, they’ve struggled. Hopefully, we can put enough pressure on them to make it difficult for them to come here, but we know it’s not going to be easy.”

The Griquas coach also admitted that his coaching counterparts have been doing an excellent job with the Kavaliers. “They’re well-coached and have invested a lot into their team and their Currie Cup ambitions, so we need to stay alert.”

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Unbeaten Griquas face dangerous Boland in a high-stakes SA Cup showdown at Suzuki Park